My Doll Haven

Everyone Needs Playtime

In our hectic, modern lives, many of us focus so heavily on work and family commitments that we never seem to have time for pure fun. Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, we stopped playing.

When we carve out some leisure time, we’re more likely to zone out in front of the TV or computer than engage in fun, rejuvenating play like we did as children. But play is not just essential for kids; it can be an important source of relaxation and stimulation for adults as well.

There doesn’t need to be any point to the activity beyond having fun and enjoying yourself. By giving yourself permission to play with the joyful abandon of childhood, you can reap oodles of health benefits throughout life.

Wednesday

Dreaming of a White Christmas

Poor Gina! She has a new Radio Flyer sled and has been dreaming each night and wishing all week, for us to have a white Christmas so she can go tobogganing on it.

I told her "not in those new clothes!" But I need not worry, although it's cool at present, we shan't be receiving any snow where we live.

These clothes are made for an Aussie Christmas in the sun. :)

Saturday

Keeping Occupied

Well it's been a busy few days, as it has been my intention to keep my mind fully occupied so as not to order the dolls on my wishlist. Those two little BID's from Iplehouse keep calling my name and tempting me to bring them home to Oz. :) So far I have managed to resist by concentrating on my sewing.

GINA: Mr.Clown loves being pulled along in my cart.

I adjusted the design shown in the previous post and added some individual touches so each one is not only in different fabrics but each also has variation in style.

ANTOINETTE: I'm sure Gina won't mind if I borrow her cart for a little while.

Although not shown in the top and bottom sets, each set comes complete with a matching hair clip.

ANTOINETTE: Now you listen here teddy, this book is all about you!

Monday

Chevron Stripes and Spots

This outfit is made from a lovely soft cotton fabric in one of my all time colour combinations. I love seeing fabrics with purple/lavender shades combined with aqua/turquoise blues, it always looks so refreshing, especially when a touch of white is added to the mix.

This retro outfit is designed for summer play and is a perfect addition to a girl's wardrobe to mix and match with other pieces. The top could be easily be worn on it's own as a mini dress or as a top over tights and the mid-calf pants could be worn with a basic T-shirt for a more relaxed look.

I maybe a little biased, but I think it's really suits Antoinette.